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Henry James Book Report
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Henry James's The Portrait of a Lady and Edith Wharton's The House of Mirth examine the societal constraints of their female protagonists, and the limited possibilities open to them in the midst of wealthy society. Isabel Archer and Lily Bart are victims of a rigid society in which the independent lifestyle they desire is only acceptable for wome ....
Middle of paper ....married would give her security and approval of society. Lily, however, actively seeks out potential suitors and uses her beauty to manipulate men and to win the admiration of her peers. To get married is considered a young lady's duty and Lily is determined to fulfill this duty. As Henrietta points out to Ralf: 'It's everyone's duty to get marri.... |
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